Paris St Germain (PSG) on Saturday stated that Lionel Messi will likely be leaving the Ligue 1 membership on the finish of the season. PSG recruited Messi in August 2021 with the ambition to lastly win the Champions League
PSG host Clermont confirmed the information throughout closing spherical of Ligue 1 on Saturday, he stated, “After two seasons within the French capital, Leo Messi’s journey with Paris St Germain will come to an finish on the conclusion of the 2022–23 marketing campaign,”
PSG president Nasser al-Khelaifi thanked Lionel Messi for his service to the membership over the past two seasons, he stated, “I wish to thank Leo Messi for his two seasons in Paris. To see a seven-time Ballon d’Or winner within the Rouge & Bleu and at Parc des Princes, successful back-to-back Ligue 1 titles and provoking our youthful gamers has been a pleasure,”
“His contribution to Paris Saint-Germain and Ligue 1 can’t be understated and we want Leo and his household all the most effective for the long run.” Nasser al-Khelaifi added
Messi was suspended by the membership for an unauthorised journey to Saudi Arabia final month. The 35-year-old has a industrial contract with Saudi Arabia that requires him to advertise tourism within the nation.
What subsequent for Lionel Messi?
In accordance with Reuters, Argentina’s World Cup successful captain has acquired a proper letter to play from the Saudi Arabian membership Al-Hilal from subsequent season. French outlet Foot Mercato had additionally earlier claimed that Messi’s father and agent, Jorge Messi, has accepted an unprecedented supply from Al-Hilal.
Speculations have been ripe that Messi may additionally transfer to FC Barcelona, the membership the place he performed for many of his profession. The seven-time Ballon d’Or awards winner may additionally transfer to the US to play in Main League Soccer (MLS)
(With company inputs)
Up to date: 04 Jun 2023, 07:42 AM IST